Online lessons

Beginner-friendly
lessons for every learner

Children, adults, heritage learners, total beginners. No prior knowledge needed. Every lesson starts where you are.

Choose your format

How would you like to learn?

One-on-One

Personal Lessons

Fully personalised sessions focused entirely on your goals. Ideal for adults and heritage learners who want dedicated attention and a custom-tailored learning path.

  • Live online sessions via video call
  • Speak, read, and write in Gĩkũyũ or Kiswahili
  • Proverbs and culture embedded in every lesson
  • Flexible scheduling, book at your convenience
  • Progress tracking and take-home materials
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Small Group

Group Classes

Learn together in a small, friendly group, perfect for kids learning alongside siblings or cousins, or families learning as a unit. Fun, social, and highly effective.

  • Small groups for focused interaction
  • Games, songs, and storytelling for children
  • Vocabulary built through pictures and context
  • Perfect for families in the diaspora
  • Community feel, learn with others
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Student attending an online Kikuyu lesson via video call
Live video lessons
Join from anywhere
Children learning together in a group Kikuyu class
Kids love it!
Ages 4 and above

Curriculum overview

What you'll cover

Greetings & basics

Hello, goodbye, how are you, the foundation of every conversation.

Family & home

Talk about your family, home, and daily life in real situations.

Numbers & time

Count, tell time, and discuss dates, practical everyday skills.

Proverbs & culture

Gĩkũyũ wisdom passed down through generations, woven into every lesson.

Songs & stories

Traditional songs and stories make language memorable and joyful.

Reading & writing

Build literacy in Gĩkũyũ. Read and write with the special characters like ĩ and ũ.

Frequently asked questions

Absolutely not. Lessons are designed to welcome complete beginners. You'll start from zero and build confidence step by step. Even if you've never heard a word of Kikuyu or Kiswahili, you're in the right place.
Lessons are available for all ages, from young children (ages 4+) to adults. Children's lessons use games, songs, and stories to keep things engaging. Adult lessons focus more on conversation and cultural understanding.
Typical lessons run 45–60 minutes. Frequency is flexible. Once a week is a great start, and you can increase from there as your confidence grows. WhatsApp Teacher Wanjiku to discuss a schedule that works for you.
All lessons are 100% online. Live video sessions from wherever you are. You can join from Kenya, the UK, USA, Australia, Canada, or anywhere in the world. All you need is a device and an internet connection.
The easiest way is to send a WhatsApp message to +254 715 868 300. You can also email janetkiritu259@gmail.com or fill in the contact form on this site. Teacher Wanjiku will get back to you quickly to arrange a time.
Yes! Small group sessions are perfect for families. Whether it's siblings, parent-child, or a group of cousins learning together, Teacher Wanjiku can set up a group class that keeps everyone engaged and learning together.

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